Mahipal Yadav Age, Wiki and Bio

Mahipal Yadav

Quick Info

ProfessionIPS Officer
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth30/08/1965
Age59 years (died on 27, Aug, 2025)
BirthplaceAlwar, Rajasthan, India
Date of Death27/08/2025

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 9" (175 cm)
Weight60 Kg (132 lbs)
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

DegreePost-graduate in veterinary science

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
CasteYadav
Zodiac signVirgo

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

SpouseSunita Yadav
ChildrenSon - Divya Yadav

Career

Overview
  • Joined the Indian Police Service in 1997, allocated to the Kerala cadre.
  • Began service in Kerala, later moved to central deputation with the BSF and CBI.
  • Led the investigation into the VVIP AgustaWestland helicopter bribery scandal during his CBI tenure.
  • Handled a case involving disproportionate assets of former UP Chief Minister Mulayam Singh Yadav.
  • Served as Inspector General of BSF Punjab Frontier and returned to Kerala as Excise Commissioner in 2023.
  • Faced health challenges and was diagnosed with a brain tumor, prompting a transfer to medical leave.
Achievements
  • Recipient of the President's Medal for distinguished service in 2013 and 2024.
  • Career spanned nearly three decades with various key roles in state policing, central investigation, and paramilitary forces.

Some Lesser Known Facts

Mahipal started his IPS career in one of India's challenging states and developed a reputation for capable management.
He was diligently involved in multiple facets of law enforcement, having held significant positions within both the state and central police forces.
Despite serious health issues, Mahipal continued to serve in high-stakes positions up until his medical leave.